Waxy coatings, such as those found on skin, hair, and feathers of some animals and the cuticle of some plants, are

commonly used by living organisms for protection against water loss and for lubrication. Such waxes are considered to be
a type of ____.



a. triglyceride
b. steroid
c. neutral lipid
d. phospholipid


e. fatty acid


ANSWER: c

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